Cricket Bowling Tips: Fast Bowling / Bowl Like Waqar Younis

by Muhammad Obaid
(Mianwali, Pakistan)

Hello Coach,

I am a big fan of Waqar Younis, I like to bowl like him and my action is similar.

I have a problem with my run up and I would also like to bowl quicker, can you advise me of some fast bowling tips to improve my pace and runup, eagerly waiting for your reply.

Hi Muhammad,
thanks for your questions about sorting out your run up problems and increasing your pace. Check out the section in Cricket Tips in the website, you will find answers to fast bowling questions which many visitors have written in about. There are two pages on FAQ’s ( frequently asked questions) plus direct answers on run up issues.

To bowl faster you have to get stronger, check out the section on cricket fitness to begin to work on the strength and conditioning aspects of your game.

Best Wishes Coach

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